What is the Goldendoodle?

Generations

One of the most common points of confusion regarding Goldendoodles is the generation number used to describe a new litter of puppies – the most common being F1, F1B, F1BB.   Although it might seem trivial, the generation tag of a Goldendoodle can have an impact on several of it’s characteristics, especially shedding.  So, if you or your family members have allergies, and want your doodle to be hypoallergenic, it’s important to understand the differences between doodle generations.

F1 Goldendoodles

First generation Goldendoodles are identified with the letters “F1.”   These are the product of a pure Golden Retriever bred with a pure Poodle, making the resulting doodle 50% Poodle and 50% Golden Retriever.   F1 doodles possess all of the traits that make Goldendoodles such desirable dogs.  This includes marked intelligence, a loving demeanor, and hypoallergenic qualities.  However, it is important to note that some F1 Goldendoodles shed lightly to moderately, so are better for homes with only slight allergies. F1 Doodles tend to have a shaggy or wavy coats, but can occasionally have a very curly coat.

F1B Goldendoodles

When an F1 Doodle is cross-bred with a Poodle, the term “F1B” is used to describe resulting offspring.  An F1B Goldendoodle is 25% Golden Retriever and 75% Poodle. This generation has become the most popular generational breed largely because F1B Goldendoodles are non-shedders most of the time. Because of this this, F1Bs are great for families with moderate allergies. Even though F1B Doodles are technically 75% Poodle, they still benefit from the phenomenon of hybrid vigor and are known to exhibit the same favorable personality traits and behaviors as F1 Doodles.

As for coat types, F1B doodles tend to showcase more variety and can range from long and wavy to short and curly. F1B doodles also exhibit more color variation than the F1, giving rise to apricots, champagne, red, and parti colors.

F1BB Goldendoodles

When an F1B Doodle is bred with a Poodle, the term “F1BB” is used to describe resulting offspring.  An F1BB Goldendoodle is 12.5% Golden Retriever and 87.5% Poodle. This generation has become popular largely because F1BB Goldendoodles is the most likely to be totally non-shedding. Because of this this, F1BBs are great for families with moderate to severe pet allergies. The coat on F1BB Goldendoodles are normally curlier than  a F1 or F1B Goldendoodle.